Technology Articles

2022-04 Passive Components Knowles

[Apr 7 2022] The Knowles AISonic Audio Edge Processor IA8201 is a high-performance, ultra-low-power, audio-centric OpenDSP, available in two package options (eWLB and QFN), supporting up to 4 microphones, multiple high-speed interfaces, and GPIO. The IA8201 supports voice wake-up processing for low-latency voice UI, noise reduction, context awareness, and accelerated machine learning inference for edge proces ...

2022-04 Sensors TDK

[Apr 6 2022] TDK's AVD series of high-precision pressure transmitters feature an ultra-low profile design and are available in three versions for different pressure measurement ranges: 0 mbar to 16 mbar, 0 mbar to 100 mbar and 0 bar to 7 bar. The AVD series provides high accuracy levels for low pressure ranges, such as ±1.75% full scale (FS), over a pressure range of 100 mbar. With a base surface of 31 mm x 4 ...

2022-04 Power Vishay

[Apr 6 2022] Vishay's optoelectronics portfolio now includes six 850 nm and 940 nm high power infrared (IR) emitters that deliver best-in-class radiant intensity in a 3.4 mm x 3.4 mm surface mount package. Based on Vishay's SurfLight™ surface emitter chip technology, these devices are designed for high drive currents up to 1.5 ADC and 5 A pulses in industrial and consumer applications. These sensors provide 3 ...

2022-04 Sensors Maxim Integrated

[Apr 6 2022] Maxim's MAX22200 is an octal 36 V serially controlled solenoid driver channel with a low impedance (200 mΩ typical) push-pull output stage, sink-source drive capability, and a maximum 1 ARMS drive current. A Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) is provided to control each channel individually and also supports a daisy-chain configuration. The device half-bridge can be configured as a low-side or hig ...

2022-04 Sensors Maxim Integrated

[Apr 6 2022] Maxim's MAX31888 is a 1-Wire high-accuracy, low-power digital temperature sensor for precision temperature monitoring with ±0.25ºC accuracy from -20ºC to +105ºC. The MAX31888 operates at an operating current of 68 μA during measurements with 16-bit resolution (0.005ºC). The sensor communicates with the microcontroller via the 1-Wire bus, which requires only a single data line (and a ground refere ...

2022-04 Power Texas Instruments

[Apr 6 2022] Texas Instruments' TPSM63606 is a highly integrated 6 A, DC/DC synchronous step-down power module that combines power MOSFETs, shielded inductors, and passives in an enhanced HotRod QFN package. The module's VIN and VOUT pins are located at the corners of the package to optimize input and output capacitor placement. There are four larger thermal pads under the module for simple layout and easy ha ...

2022-04 Sensors Texas Instruments

[Apr 5 2022] Texas Instruments' TPS37044 is a low-power precision window or standard voltage supervisor that can be configured as quad, triple, dual, or single. In the 8-lead (1.6 mm x 2.9 mm) SOT-23 package, the threshold accuracy of each channel is ±1% in a small size. The TPS37044 includes very accurate threshold detection with high resolution, making the device ideal for systems operating on low voltage r ...

2022-04 Semiconductors Infineon Technologies

[Apr 5 2022] Infineon's AIROC CYW20835 Bluetooth LE SoC is designed to support home automation, accessories, sensors (medical, home, security and industrial), lighting, Bluetooth mesh networking, any Bluetooth Low Energy connected IoT application, wireless input devices including gaming controllers, remotes, keyboards and joysticks) for all Bluetooth Low Energy use cases. Next-generation IoT applications requ ...

2022-04 Semiconductors Renesas Electronics America

[Apr 5 2022] Renesas' RAA227063 is a high-accuracy, high-efficiency smart three-phase MOSFET driver that simplifies BLDC motor design by driving various motor configurations and control algorithms without hardware changes. It can be easily paired with any MCU, so users can expand the MCU according to their application needs. Integrated analog power components save board space, reduce BOM cost, and are easy to ...

2022-04 Sensors Sensata Technologies

[Apr 5 2022] Sensata-Cynergy3's industrial wireless transmitters are a cost-effective way to increase the connectivity of industrial equipment for increased productivity and safety. Sensata Technologies' wide range of wireless devices deliver the accuracy, reliability and durability of industry-leading wired devices. By connecting these sensors to wireless communication devices, it is possible to learn about ...

2022-04 Sensors Sensata Technologies

[Apr 5 2022] Sensata's PTE7300 I2C pressure sensor plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of the proper functioning of industrial equipment. Designed for the harshest environments, the PTE7300 provides superior performance and reliability for the most demanding applications in the medium and high pressure range from 16 bar to 600 bar (230 psi to 8700 psi), with high explosion and burst pressure capabilitie ...

2022-04 Semiconductors Texas Instruments

[Apr 4 2022] Texas Instruments' low-power magnetic sensors are designed for battery-powered consumer and industrial applications, image of the TMAG5231 low-voltage, low-noise Hall-effect switch Texas Instruments' TMAG5231 is a second-generation low-power Hall-effect switch sensor designed to optimize compact total system cost for battery-powered consumer and industrial applications. When the applied magnetic ...